Jeremy Taylor
![One in Five Americans to Get Second Job for the Holidays – Survey of the Day](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2011/10/christmas-shopping.jpg?w=980&q=75)
One in Five Americans to Get Second Job for the Holidays – Survey of the Day
The holidays can be expensive, and this year 21 percent of Americans plan to get a second job to help pay for all the gifts and travel costs that go with the season.
![Half of Americans Favor Legalizing Marijuana — Survey of the Day](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2011/10/legalize-marijuana.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Half of Americans Favor Legalizing Marijuana — Survey of the Day
According to a new Gallup poll, 50 percent of American adults favor legalizing marijuana, the highest percentage in Gallup’s 42-year history of asking that question. Forty-six percent of Americans believe marijuana should remain illegal.
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Survey of the Day: 47 Percent of Americans Think Wall Street Harms the Economy
The Occupy Wall Street movement continues to generate headlines, so what better time to see what Americans actually think of our esteemed financial institutions?
Forty-seven percent of Americans think Wall Street hurts the American economy more than it helps, whereas only 38 percent think the opposite is true.
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Nelson Mandela and Roger Federer Are the Two Most Respected People in the World
It should come as no huge surprise that a poll of more than 50,000 people in 25 different countries would find Nelson Mandela the most respected and trusted person in the world.
But the next spot may be a bit more surprising.
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Pediatricians’ Group Says ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Is Bad for Kids
The American Academy of Pediatrics has called out Nickelodeon’s popular animated kids’ series ‘SpongeBob SquarePants,’ saying its fast pace hampers childrens’ cognitive development.
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Working In an Office Makes People Less Productive
The communal offices that were introduced during the ’50s to boast creativity and problem solving are actually reducing productivity, according to new research.
Neuroscientist Dr. Jack Lewis conducted brain scans on office workers and found that those who work in spaces with few walls are plagued by intense bursts of distraction.
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State Boots Student With Down Syndrome From High School Football Team – Help Get Him Back on the Field!
While Down syndrome student Brett Bowden rarely got on the field, he was popular member of Hobbton High School’s football team due to his enthusiasm and positive attitude.
Everybody expected Bowden to be on the team again for the 2011 season, but, in a controversial decision, the state of North Carolina has ruled him ineligible.
![Hacker Group Anonymous Threatens to Destroy Facebook on November 5 [VIDEO]](http://townsquare.media/site/119/files/2011/08/anonymousfacebook.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Hacker Group Anonymous Threatens to Destroy Facebook on November 5 [VIDEO]
Members of notorious hacker clique Anonymous have their sights set on taking down Facebook — and they even set a date: November 5.
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Facebook Can Cause Psychological Disorders and Other Issues in Teens
A new study suggests that using Facebook too much triggers the development of anti-social behavior in teenagers.
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New Graphic Warning Labels To Cover Half of Cigarette Packs
Smokers are going to need a strong stomach if they want to continue their habit.
That’s because starting in September of 2012 new FDA requirements will mandate that half of the area on every pack of cigarettes be covered by a graphic anti-smoking warning label.